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Crime
Drunk man sets house on fire in NW Delhi; firefighter injured in cylinder blast
✍️ The New Indian Express
🗓 31 Oct 2026, 02:43 PM
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A drunk man set a house ablaze in northwest Delhi, leading to a gas cylinder explosion that injured a firefighter during rescue operations.
A serious incident occurred in northwest Delhi where a drunk man allegedly set a residential house on fire. The sudden outbreak of flames prompted immediate response from local authorities.
During the rescue and firefighting operations, a gas cylinder inside the premises exploded. The blast caused injuries to a firefighter who was actively working to contain the fire and save lives.
The injured firefighter was rushed to a nearby hospital for treatment. Local police have taken charge of the case and are investigating the circumstances surrounding the arson.
During the rescue and firefighting operations, a gas cylinder inside the premises exploded. The blast caused injuries to a firefighter who was actively working to contain the fire and save lives.
The injured firefighter was rushed to a nearby hospital for treatment. Local police have taken charge of the case and are investigating the circumstances surrounding the arson.